1) Review, advise on, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements related to company business activities.

2) Conduct legal research and stay updated on regulatory developments affecting the organization.

3) Assist management in identifying legal and compliance risks and recommending appropriate solutions.

4) Develop and review internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.

5) Liaise with external legal counsel, consultants, and regulatory authorities when required.

6) Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits to ensure adherence to applicable regulations.

7) Provide confidential executive support to Directors including managing schedules, correspondences, reports, and travel arrangements.

8) Coordinate meetings, manage documentation, and handle sensitive corporate matters with discretion.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:
Responsible for providing high quality legal services to the company business in Malaysia with wider regional collaboration opportunities, as required (collectively "business").

Plays a significant role in helping the business identify, manage and mitigate various legal, compliance, regulatory and reputational risks.

Provides legal support and advice to the business on a variety of commercial, operational, compliance, controllership, regulatory, corporate governance, execution and strategic issues in Malaysia. Also provides contract drafting, negotiation and legal support on international and domestic sales agreements and dispute minimisation and resolution advice in Malaysia and with Malaysia as place of execution.

Works with the Lead Counsel and Senior Counsel (both based in Singapore).

Reports to the Senior Counsel.

Required minimum on-site presence: 3 days per week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES):
- Providing legal services to the business in support of business priorities, on matters such as collaborations, commercial transactions, regulatory and licensing, compliance, investigations, trade controls, product liability and risk assessment, contract reviews, interpretation and dispute resolution as well as instructing and supporting onboarding of external providers, where required. Advising the business on the risks of possible business decisions and preventive legal counselling is a key part of the role.
- Legal services/support include the provision of day-to-day advice on transactions, documentation, developing/streamlining/compiling precedents/templates and marketing materials, virtual or in-person negotiation of contracts with external parties, employment issues and providing advice on claims questions and deal structuring.
- Providing research support to Lead and Senior Counsels for Malaysia and Singapore.
- Acting as liaison between local and overseas business stakeholders and external company secretarial providers for Malaysia and Singapore and, drafting simple resolutions, to meet statutory and/or internal deadlines, under guidance of Singapore-based Lead Counsel.

COMPLIANCE OBLIGATIONS:
Work in accordance with the company's Policies and Procedures, role modeling the company's values and high ethical standards consistent with the company's integrity requirements, including:
- Completing 100% of all assigned personal Compliance trainings by the required date(s).

(1) Contract life-cycle Management: (50%)
-Assist the HOD in developing autonomous work flow, processes, SOP and policies for contract management portfolio.
-Developing guidelines and training materials.
-Vetting, drafting, and reviewing broad range of contracts.
-Support key internal stakeholders in meetings and negotiations with external parties with sound legal advice.
-Keep track and maintain contract status and update report ensure timely conclusion.
-Filing, monitoring of compliance and custodian of all contractual documents.

(2) Compliance and Risk management (30%)
-Review and establish sound legal guidelines, policies and processes in line with business direction.
-Keep abreast on all laws and regulatory developments relevant to the organisation and provide timely advice on any impending impact.

(3) General Legal Advisory: (20%)
-Provide strategic and tactical advisory on a broad range of legal areas and managing queries from various internal stakeholders
-Any ad-hoc tasks assigned by the superior as and when required

1) Assist in SME loan documentation and conveyancing matters

2) Support the team in handling housing project files and sub-sale transactions

3) Prepare and organise legal documents, correspondence and files

4) Liaise with banks, developers, clients and government authorities (e.g. land offices)

5) Monitor file progress and ensure proper documentation and filing

6) Provide administrative and clerical support to the conveyancing team

1) Handle SME loan documentation and conveyancing matters

2) Supervise junior clerks handling housing project files

3) Monitor workflow, timelines and file quality

4) Liaise with bankers, developers, clients and land offices

5) Support the Partner in operational and team matters

1)Provide timely and practical legal advice to internal stakeholders.
2)Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents across various business areas including insurance, property, finance, and employment.
3)Identify legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
4)Support corporate exercises and regulatory submissions (if any).
5)Liaise with external counsel and monitor performance.
6)Assist in developing legal policies, procedures, and templates.
7) Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
8) Assist the Head of Legal on all matters related to the Legal Division as assigned from time to time.
9) Ensure compliance with policies, guidelines, and regulations.
10) Perform other duties as delegated by the Head of Legal
11) Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
12) Effective liaison with all business units across the organization on legal matters and provides necessary inputs where required.
13) Adept at using technology to enhance legal and compliance functions.

1) Assist lawyers with preparation and filing of court documents

2) Handle e-filing and monitor case management dates

3) Maintain proper filing systems for litigation matters

4) Liaise with clients, court registry and relevant authorities

5) Assist in preparing hearing/trial bundles

1) Handle Sub-Sale Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPA)

2) Prepare and manage Sub-Sale Loan Documentation

3) Liaise with banks, clients and agents

4) Manage files from opening to completion

(1) Senior Associate - Litigation / Dispute Resolution (Approximately 5 Years PQE)

Role Overview
Our client is seeking a capable Senior Associate with approximately 5 years' PQE and a strong litigation background. The successful candidate should be confident in handling matters independently and managing client relationships with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities
-Handle litigation matters independently from inception to completion
-Conduct court hearings and trials
-Draft pleadings, affidavits, written submissions, and other court documents
-Manage interlocutory applications
-Work closely with Partners on complex dispute strategy
-Provide guidance to junior lawyers

(2) Associate - Litigation / Dispute Resolution (2 Positions)

Role Overview
Our client is open to Associates across varying levels of PQE. Candidates with litigation and/or debt recovery experience will be viewed favourably. The role offers strong exposure to court work and active involvement in dispute resolution matters.

Key Responsibilities
-Assist in managing litigation and dispute resolution files
-Draft pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and related documents
-Attend court for case management, hearings, and trials
-Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy
-Manage files and meet procedural deadlines
-Liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders

-Lead and manage complex employment and labour law matters, including advisory, transactional, and contentious work.
-Advise corporate clients, multinational companies, and senior executives on employment contracts, workplace investigations, restructuring, retrenchments, and compliance matters.
-Represent clients in employment-related disputes, mediations, and proceedings before relevant tribunals and courts.
-Develop and execute strategies to grow the employment practice.
-Mentor and supervise associates within the team.
-Contribute to business development initiatives, thought leadership, and client relationship management.